Mona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mona originates from Arabic, meaning 'wish' or 'desire'. It has evolved from the Arabic 'mūna' to its modern form in English. The name is often associated with grace and elegance, though it does not have a biblical background. Mona gained popularity in the 20th century and remains a beloved name today, with variants like Monica and cultural references like the Mona Lisa painting.
The name Mona is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mona has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5169th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 382nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 283rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 279th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 458th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1164th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1994th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1958th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mona"
Pronunciation
/ˈmoʊ.nə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Mona is derived from the Arabic word 'mūna' which means 'wish' or 'desire'. It is also associated with the Arabic word 'mūna', denoting a 'gift' or 'something desired'.
Meaning
wish, desire, gift
Language Evolution
Mūna (Arabic), Mona (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Mona gained popularity in the Western world during the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Monica, Simona, Mona Lisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mona is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with artistic and cultural influences.
Famous People
Mona Lisa (the famous painting), Mona Van Duyn (American poet), Mona Simpson (American author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mona"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mona"
"Mona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5169th of 6773 | 21 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 382nd of 9107 | 5,224 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 283rd of 9204 | 9,331 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 279th of 12526 | 18,059 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 458th of 19264 | 7,303 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1164th of 27321 | 2,257 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1994th of 35406 | 1,525 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1958th of 30306 | 1,228 |
Regional Popularity of "Mona" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mona" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
22.74% 322nd/1416 |
25.24% 348th/1379 |
19.06% 451st/2366 |
27.76% 317th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
15.39% 238th/1546 |
17.29% 269th/1556 |
13.51% 318th/2353 |
17.84% 276th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
12.30% 274th/2227 |
12.35% 300th/2430 |
9.04% 258th/2853 |
9.77% 271st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
16.55% 486th/2937 |
16.14% 562nd/3483 |
11.28% 397th/3518 |
10.61% 429th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.69% 1094th/3685 |
23.73% 1062nd/4475 |
24.09% 1251st/5194 |
17.73% 1120th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.21% 1751st/4582 |
35.21% 1818th/5164 |
33.86% 2476th/7313 |
23.54% 1757th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.74% 2141st/3984 |
38.36% 1721st/4487 |
35.93% 2451st/6822 |
25.56% 1604th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mona" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.